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"Uncover Waterford's Best-Kept Secret: Mike's Pizza & Catering"
Steve KorbalDiscover how Mike's Pizza & Catering is transforming Waterford's dining scene with their unbeatable flavors and exceptional service.
Read moreFarmington Farmers Market — One of Metro Detroit's Best-Kept Local Shopping Secrets
Steve KorbalThe Farmington Farmers Market runs every Saturday at the Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion in downtown Farmington. With a full artisan roster, specialty food vendors, live music, and a loyal local following, it is one of the most underrated weekly markets in Metro Detroit.
Read moreThree Metro Detroit Makers You Need to Meet at the Honaker Home Scents & Crafty Day Events Market
Steve KorbalMeet Comfortably Uncomfortable Crafts, Koda's Home, and Luna's Designs — three local Metro Detroit makers bringing handmade coloring books, woodworking, charcuterie boards, rustic wood crafts, and more to the Honaker outdoor market in Milford this Saturday May 23rd
Read moreMetro Detroit Events This Week: May 18–24, 2026 — Markets, Art Fairs & More
Steve KorbalYour complete guide to Metro Detroit events this week including Eastern Market, Kensington Art Fair, Northville Spring Flower Sale, Birmingham Farmers Market, Detroit Diaspora Day Fest, and more. Something worth showing up for every day of Memorial Day weekend.
Read moreWhat "Handmade" Actually Means — And Why It Matters When You Shop at a Metro Detroit Market
Steve KorbalNot everything at a Metro Detroit craft fair is truly handmade. Learn the difference between handmade, hand-assembled, and mass produced — and why it matters for your community when you choose to buy local
Read moreHonaker Home Scents & Crafty Day Events — Outdoor Market in Milford MI May 23rd 2026
Steve KorbalDiscover unique handmade goods from local artisans at the Honaker Home Scents & Crafty Day Events outdoor market in Milford, Michigan. Shop soap, jewelry, woodworking, baked goods, 3D prints, and more on Saturday May 23rd from 11am to 5pm at Kensington Mill Falls Events.
Read moreNever Pay With Cash, Zelle, or PayPal Friends & Family — How Detroit Vendors Can Avoid Event Scams
Steve KorbalMetro Detroit vendors are losing booth fees to event scams because of one mistake — the wrong payment method. Learn which payment methods protect you and which ones leave you with no way to get your money back.
Read moreFlower Tuesday at Eastern Market: The Weekday Market Hack Most Metro Detroiters Don't Know About
Steve KorbalEastern Market runs a dedicated flower and plant market every Tuesday in May from 9 AM to 3 PM in Sheds 5 and 6. Smaller crowds, easier parking, and a focused selection of seasonal flowers and plants — here is why Flower Tuesday beats Saturday for flower shopping
Read moreMetro Detroit Events This Week: May 11–17, 2026
Steve KorbalSeven confirmed Metro Detroit events happening May 11–17, 2026 — including Eastern Market Flower Day, the Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair, Lucky Squirrel in Garden City, May Makers Market at Willow Greenhouse in Northville, and more. Here is everything happening and exactly where to be
Read moreHonaker Home Scents: Redford's Scentsy Consultant Bringing Beautiful Scents to Metro Detroit Homes
Steve KorbalKristy Honaker of Redford, Michigan is a Scentsy consultant bringing elegantly designed wax warmers and long-lasting scents to Metro Detroit homes. Shop online with shipping and local pickup available, or find her at vendor events across Metro Detroit
Read moreC'est Bella LLC: The Farmington Hills Maker Who Cleared Her Skin and Started a Business
Steve KorbalChristina Tudor of C'est Bella LLC in Farmington Hills handcrafts organic soaps, sugar scrubs, body and beard balm, and body mists using all-natural ingredients. Her story starts with a psoriasis breakout no doctor could diagnose — and ends with completely cleared skin and a Metro Detroit skincare brand worth knowing
Read moreWhat Makes a Metro Detroit Craft Fair Worth Your Saturday
Steve KorbalNot every craft fair is worth the drive. Here is what separates the best Metro Detroit craft fairs from the ones you regret attending — and how to find the good ones every weekend.
Read moreLake Orion Art & Flower Fair 2026: Dates, Hours, and What to Expect
Steve KorbalThe Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair runs May 16–17, 2026 in Downtown Lake Orion. 100 juried booths, free admission, live demos, a kids area, and two vendor categories — art and handmade goods plus flowers and plants. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
Read moreHow to Check Vendor References Before Paying a Craft Fair Booth Fee
Steve KorbalBefore you pay a craft fair booth fee, ask for vendor references — and actually follow up. Here's exactly what to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how Metro Detroit makers protect themselves before committing.
Read moreWhy Handmade Gifts From Metro Detroit Makers Beat Anything at the Mall
Steve KorbalDiscover why Metro Detroit shoppers are choosing handmade, locally made gifts over mall shopping for Mother's Day — and where to find the best local makers in Metro Detroit this weekend
Read moreJazzy Katt Tufting — Custom Hand Tufted Rugs Made in Pontiac, Michigan
Steve KorbalJazzy Katt Tufting is a Pontiac, Michigan mother-daughter business specializing in custom hand tufted rugs with 3D carving, backing, and finishing done entirely by hand. Order via DM on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok
Read moreMetro Detroit Events This Week — May 4–10, 2026 | Made in the D
Steve KorbalSix Metro Detroit events happening May 4–10, 2026 including Eastern Market Saturday, Art Birmingham, the Mother's Day Night Market in Royal Oak, the Utica Antiques Market, and more. Your local guide to what's happening this week
Read moreHow to Research an Event Organizer Before You Pay a Booth Fee — Metro Detroit Vendor Guide
Steve KorbalMetro Detroit vendors lose hundreds to thousands of dollars every year to event scams. Learn exactly how to research an event organizer, spot red flags, and protect your booth fee before you pay
Read moreUtica Antiques Market Shelby Township MI — Outdoor Antiques Show Since 1986
Steve KorbalThe Utica Antiques Market in Shelby Township, Michigan is Southeast Michigan's largest outdoor all-antiques market. 100+ dealers, free parking, and three weekends per year — May, July, and September.
Read moreMother's Day Night Market Royal Oak MI 2026 — Shop Local Saturday Night
Steve KorbalThe Mother's Day Night Market at the Royal Oak Farmers Market on May 9, 2026 features 80+ local vendors selling handmade gifts, jewelry, candles, bouquets, and more. Free admission, cash bar, and live music.
Read morePeteet's Famous Cheesecakes — Oak Park, MI Scratch Bakery | Made in the D
Steve KorbalPeteet's Famous Cheesecakes in Oak Park, Michigan is a Metro Detroit scratch bakery known for its handcrafted two-layer cheesecakes, 90+ flavors, and wholesale supply to over 100 Michigan restaurants.
Read morePeteet’s Famous Cheesecakes Oak Park MI – Metro Detroit Bakery
Steve KorbalPeteet’s Famous Cheesecakes in Oak Park, Michigan is one of Metro Detroit’s most respected scratch bakeries. Read the Made in the D feature and get 20% off March 1–15.
Read moreDetroit Autorama 2026: History, Ridler Award & Steel Dreams in the Motor City
Steve KorbalDetroit Autorama 2026 returns February 27–March 1 at Huntington Place in Detroit. Discover the show’s history, the prestigious Ridler Award, and what to expect at this legendary Motor City car show.
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